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| Bobbin |
Round metal spool that holds the bottom thread in place. |
| Bobbin Case |
Holds bobbin and regulates bottom thread tension as stitches are formed. |
| Bobbin Winder |
Allows you to fill a bobbin automatically |
| Face Plate |
Protects pressure dial and may contain upper thread chart. |
| Feed Dogs |
Moves fabric under the presser foot as stitches are formed. |
| Hand Wheel |
Controls up and down motion of the thread take-up lever, thread, and needle. |
| Needle Clamp |
Holds needle in position. |
| Presser Foot |
Holds fabric in place. |
| Presser Foot Lifter |
Raises and lowers the presser foot. |
| Reverse Control |
Permits machine to stitch backwards. |
| Slide or Lift Plate |
Covers bobbin case |
| Spool Pins |
Holds upper thread |
| Stitch Length Regulator |
Sets length of the stitches |
| Stitch Width Control |
Sets width of the stitches |
| Tension Control |
Regulates pressure on the threads. |
| Thread-take-up Lever |
Controls the thread as it flows through the needle. |
| Throat Plate |
Provides a smooth surface for sewing and provides stitching guidelines. |
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